Maddie Hart reviews the Salomon S/Lab Ultra 2 for Blister

Salomon S/Lab Ultra 2

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Last week we reviewed the Salomon Ultra /Pro and now we’re chiming in on its lighter, more race-oriented sibling, the S/Lab Ultra 2. After spending several 20+ mile days in this S/Lab shoe, we’ve come away impressed by its versatility and think that it could work for a lot of people — not just those who are trying to win the next ultramarathon.
Luke Koppa reviews the Elan Ripstick 116 for Blister

2021-2022 Elan Ripstick 116

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During this coming season we’ll be reviewing Elan’s big-mountain ski, the Ripstick 116. Check out our First Look to see what it shares in common with the other Ripsticks, what it does not, and how its design compares to the rest of the market.
Luke Koppa reviews the Majesty Superwolf for Blister

2021-2022 Majesty Superwolf

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We’ve spent much of this past spring & summer on the new Majesty Superwolf, and think it warrants strong consideration from anyone seeking an intuitive, versatile, narrower touring ski. Check out our full review & Deep Dive comparisons.

Addie Bracy on Her Trajectory, Sports Psychology, & OUTrun (Ep. 58)

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Addie Bracy is an accomplished runner who thinks hard about the psychology of sports performance. So we talk to Addie about her background and how it led her to the study of sports performance psychology; the book she is now writing on the topic; and OUTrun, the organization she founded with her partner, Corey Conner, to empower and connect LGBTQ+ individuals within the running community and to create an environment that is encouraging, supportive, and inclusive to all.
Luke Koppa reviews the Majesty Superwolf for Blister

Deep Dive: Majesty Superwolf

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We compare the Superwolf to the Salomon MTN Explore 95, Majesty Werewolf Carbon, Fischer TransAlp 90, Dynastar Mythic 97, K2 Wayback 96, and Armada Tracer 98.

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Maddie Hart reviews the Salomon Ultra W /Pro for Blister in Crested Butte, Colorado.

Salomon Ultra /Pro

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As you might be able to guess by its name, the Salomon Ultra /Pro is the brand's take on a trail running shoe for longer distances. Check out our review to see how it compares to shoes with similar design intentions, and how it works for more moderate-length runs.

Pivot Cycles’ Elorie Slater on Industry Trends, Bike Prices, & Female Participation in MTB (Ep. 30)

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We talk with Elorie Slater about her unusual path to becoming the head of marketing for Pivot Cycles; her take on the bike industry in the time of COVID, and where the industry goes from here; bike prices and “entry level” pricing; and the notion of women-specific gear and female participation in mountain biking.

Sunglasses Roundup — 2020

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Sunglasses: you use them, and if you spend a lot of time outside, you probably use them all the time. We’ve rounded up a variety of our current go-to sunglasses, from affordable, casual options to versatile, yet stylish frames to performance-oriented shades.
Luke Koppa reviews the K2 Reckoner 122 for Blister

Flash Review: 20/21 K2 Reckoner 122

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Update 7.7.20: we've added some thoughts on how the Reckoner 122 handles resort "pow" and choppier conditions.

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